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Vocational Studies – Progression Award

at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesAward1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

If you are ready to try different options before choosing a specialist area this course gives you supported time to explore. You will develop life skills employability and core behaviours like resilience and independence while sampling vocational areas linked to your campus. It is designed to help you choose your next step with confidence whether that is further study an apprenticeship or work.

What you need to get on

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers • No formal qualifications required. Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group • Successful completion of previous course Electively Home Educated Applicants • Students must have been out of education and home-schooled for at least 6 months prior to enrolling and registered with the Local Authority as home-schooled by the end of the May half-term. • Applicants must be aged 15 or above on or bef

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Cornwall College St Austell

    Tregonissey Road, PL25 4DJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 6 September 2026

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